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SUMMARY:Massachusetts Pirates vs. Frisco Fighters - OPENING NIGHT
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Pirates and Frisco Fighters will meet for both teams’ first game of the 2022 season at the Phoenix Field at the DCU Center in Worcester\, MA. The last time these two teams matched up against each other was in the IFL Semi-Final game at Phoenix Field where the Pirates came away with the win\, 43-22 to advance to the United Bowl. The most notable game between both teams was during their second game versus each other in 2021 when Josh Griggs kicked a 27-yard game-winning field goal. A former Pirates player now is a part of the Fighters roster as Pirates long-time fan favorite Defensive Lineman JD Griggs signed with Frisco during this offseason. \nThe Pirates have a 2-1 record (1-1 at the DCU Center) versus the Fighters during their matchups in 2021\, which was the first season that both the Pirates and Fighters were a part of the Indoor Football League. Over their three matchups\, the Pirates edged out the Fighters in their rushing attack 253-219 yards\, while the Fighters edged out the Pirates in their passing attack 271-240 yards. In terms of scoring\, the Pirates outscored the Fighters 114-99. \nThe Pirates will be revealing their United Bowl Championship banner during the pre-game ceremony and will be looking to start their path to defending the championship with a win in front of their home fans. Kickoff is at 7:00pm and doors open at 6:00pm. \n 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/massachusetts-pirates-vs-frisco-fighters-opening-night/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Food + Drink,Kid-friendly,Nightlife,Sports + Recreation,Towns,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Virtual Program - It's All Relative
DESCRIPTION:This class will provide an overview of the basic steps involved in doing genealogical research\, and of the print and electronic resources available for genealogists at the Worcester Public Library. \nOnce registered\, you will receive a confirmation email with the link to join the meeting.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-program-its-all-relative/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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SUMMARY:Nutrition Class with Judy Palken: Physical Activity - Why When How
DESCRIPTION:Living an active life provides wonderful health benefits\, but sometimes we don't get to our planned exercise\, despite our best intentions. In this class\, we will discuss tips and tricks to help you be active now and always.   \nPresented by Judy Palken\, a registered dietitian\, who provides information and guidance to help you make effective and healthful dietary changes. \n  \nFirst Floor Computer Lab
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/nutrition-class-with-judy-palken-physical-activity-why-when-how/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220311T235900
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SUMMARY:Friday Movie Matinee (March)
DESCRIPTION:3/11: Battle of the Sexes (2017) 120 minutes \n4/8: Greyhound (2020) 90 minutes \n5/13  Minari (2020) 115 minutes  \n  \nFirst Floor Computer Lab
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/friday-movie-matinee-march/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Movies + Film,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220309T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220309T235900
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SUMMARY:Virtual True Crime Book Club (March)
DESCRIPTION:Read and discuss stand-out titles from the true crime genre! \nMarch 9th: Victim F by Denise Huskins and Aaron Quinn \nApril 13th: The Babysitter by Liza Rodman and Jennifer Jordan \nMay 11th: Hell's Princess: the mystery of Belle Gunness\, Butcher of Men by Harold Schechter 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-true-crime-book-club-march/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free
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SUMMARY:Intro to Tinkercad for Creating a 3D Object with Technocopia (March)
DESCRIPTION:This 1.5 hour workshop will teach computer aided design using Tinkercad. Tinkercad is a free and fun software system that allows users to build using basic shapes on an x\, y and z plane. It is a great way to learn the basics of 3D modeling and the possibilities of 3D printing! Join us to build and create a three dimensional model of your own or one inspired by a media or literary source. Every student will be able to submit one “2.5 x 2.5” design for 3D printing at the library. These prints will be available at the library two weeks after the workshop date. Ages 16+. \nNote: Please create an account at tinkercad.com prior to class. \n  \n1st Floor Computer Lab
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/intro-to-tinkercad-for-creating-a-3d-object-with-technocopia-march/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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SUMMARY:Virtual Poetry Writing Workshop with Susan Roney-O'Brien (March)
DESCRIPTION:This virtual poetry workshop is a vehicle for critique\, a time of close reading and thoughtful responses that help craft the written word so that it says exactly what the author intends. The focus is the work itself. Poets are respectful of each other\, value the craft\, understand the courage it takes to have work critiqued\, and make the final decisions about their own writing. Please join us. Writing prompts will be shared with registrants one week before the workshop\, and we request you submit your work at least three days before the workshop to give attendees time to read your poem. \nSusan Roney-O’Brien earned her MFA at Warren Wilson College and is the author of five poetry collections. She hosts monthly poetry readings\, teaches workshops and coordinates the Stanley Kunitz summer writing series.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-poetry-writing-workshop-with-susan-roney-obrien-march/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T235900
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SUMMARY:PRETTY POWERFUL: Fast Fashion and Colonialism
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Catriona Standfield\, Assistant Professor in Political Science at Worcester State University\, will explore the fast-fashion industry and textile recycling\, challenging us to think more critically about what we buy\, where that product comes from\, how it’s being made\, where it goes once we're done using it\, and sustainability and ethics in fashion. In conjunction with the Pretty Powerful exhibit.   \nModerator: Charlotte A. Haller\, PRETTY POWERFUL: 100 Years of Voting & Style Author\, Historian\, and Guest Curator.  Charlotte is also the chair of the History of Political Science department at Worcester State University.  \nThis program is supported in part by a grant from the Worcester Arts Council\, a local agency\, which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. \n#WACFund  #PowerOfCulture
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/pretty-powerful-fast-fashion-and-colonialism/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Readings + Talks,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220226T000000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Program - French-Canadian Genealogy at WPL
DESCRIPTION:Do you have French-Canadian ancestors? Learn what sources you can access through the library to learn about their rich history. \nThe link to participate in this virtual event will be sent with your confirmation when you register.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-program-french-canadian-genealogy-at-wpl/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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SUMMARY:Virtual Program - The Intersection of Nipmucs and African-Americans in Worcester with Cheryll Toney Holley
DESCRIPTION:Professional Genealogist and Historian Cheryll Toney Holley will discuss the intersection of Nipmucs and African-Americans in Worcester. Done in conjunction with the Worcester Black History Project.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-program-the-intersection-of-nipmucs-and-african-americans-in-worcester-with-cheryll-toney-holley/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Tool Training: Glass Shop
DESCRIPTION:This class is designed to empower and certify individuals interested in using and accessing a glass shop\, and more specifically Technocopia's glass shop. The class will cover tool use\, safety\, etiquette & basic techniques required for independently using of the Technocopia Glass Shop. \nGlass Flameworking is an old-world technique that sculpts glass using gravity and the flame of a bench torch. What to expect in this three-hour Tool Training: students will receive an introduction to tools\, materials\, safety training and shop etiquette. Instructional demonstration and supervised hands-on torch time will teach fundamental techniques of manipulating borosilicate (hard) glass. Closed-toe shoes and natural fiber clothing are required.  \nThis class runs once monthly on the following dates from 6-9pm.\nThurs\, Feb. 24th\nTues\, March 22nd\nWeds\, April 20th\nTues\, May 17th\nThurs\, June 23rd \nAdditional Information \n\nSuccessful completion of this course will result in certification to independent use of the tools directly covered in the course. Students must become members of the Technocopia makerspace to access such tools. Non-members who complete this course will be eligible to participate in future project-based classes which require these tools.\nPrivate Tool Trainings\, Skill-Building Classes and Artisan Workshops are also available by appointment. For questions and scheduling please contact the Glass Shop Steward\, Molly Jackson. https://technocopia.squarespace.com/email-molly-jackson\nThe glass shop and its classes are for ages 18 or older only. Ages 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult guardian.\nPlease visit https://technocopia.org/directions for more information about getting to and parking around Technocopia.\nReview our class cancellations and refund policies here: http://technocopia.org/class-policies\n\nAbout This Instructor \nMolly Jackson is Technocopia’s Glass Shop steward. She studied Flameworking at The Worcester Center for Crafts. Currently she offers classes both there and at Technocopia. Since 2003 her glass jewelry has been featured in international and domestic magazines (Vogues\, Women’s Wear Daily\, Harper's Bazaar\, Glass Quarterly\, Modern Bride and many more)\, runways from Manhattan’s Mercedes Benz Fashion Week to Osaka\, Japan\, celebrities (Britney Spears\, Ozzy Osborn and more) and sold in boutiques around the globe. 2015 brought her into a new venture of glass sculpture and installations. Most recently her pieces were accepted into the “Now! New Works\, New Artists” exhibit.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/tool-training-glass-shop/
CATEGORIES:Community,Towns,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220222T000000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Great American Read Book Club (February)
DESCRIPTION:Attendees will receive a free copy of the upcoming month’s selection. \n12/28: Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie\n1/25: The Intuitionist by Colson Whitehead\n2/22: A Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy Toole
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-great-american-read-book-club-february/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220215T000000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Science Fiction Book Club (February)
DESCRIPTION:Do you like reading about spaceships\, parallel worlds\, aliens\, telepathy\, time travel or droids? Join us to discuss great SF & Fantasy fiction. Ages 16 and up are welcome. \n12/21: Rollback by Robert J. Sawyer\n1/18: The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula Le Guin\n2/15: Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-science-fiction-book-club-february/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T235900
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SUMMARY:Virtual Program - Connecting to Your Ancestors Through Ancestry.com
DESCRIPTION:Join us in exploring some of the thousands of collections available through the world’s largest and most popular genealogy database. \nThe link to participate in this virtual event will be sent with your confirmation when you register. 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-program-connecting-to-your-ancestors-through-ancestry-com/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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SUMMARY:Writing the Weird: Virtual Author Talk & Reading with Christopher Boucher
DESCRIPTION:Christopher Boucher’s novels have been called “crazed\,” odd\,” and “stunningly surreal;” they feature strange elements like talking Volkswagens\, spirits on bicycles\, and hearts that leave people’s bodies and take vacations. What draws writers and readers to stories that are unconventional\, uncanny or surreal? Chris will take up this question\, among others\, as he discusses his most recent novel\, Big Giant Floating Head (a 2019 Massachusetts Book Award Finalist). Chris will give a short reading from his book\, followed by a Q & A. \nChristopher Boucher is the author of the novels How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive (2011)\, Golden Delicious (2016) and Big Giant Floating Head (a 2019 Massachusetts Book Award Finalist)\, all out from Melville House. He’s also the editor of Jonathan Lethem’s nonfiction collection More Alive and Less Lonely: On Books and Writers (Melville House\, 2017) and the managing editor of the literary journal Post Road. Chris lives in western Massachusetts and teaches writing and literature at Boston College. In his free time\, he plays the five-string banjo.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/writing-the-weird-virtual-author-talk-reading-with-christopher-boucher/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Readings + Talks,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220205T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220218T235900
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SUMMARY:Juniper Rag Launch Party & Gallery Show
DESCRIPTION:JUNIPER RAG is an independent visual art and lifestyle magazine and this is our official launch and our 1st gallery show! All of our artists\, curated and featured– from all over the US and the world will be encouraged to submit work.  \nOur mission as a visual art magazine is to showcase significant work and exceptional creatives with unique styles and deepen their relationship with viewers. We celebrate contemporary visual arts and businesses —including LGBTQI+ and BIPOC artists. \nWe are thrilled to be collaborating with JMAC/Worcester Pop Up. \nThe party will feature:\n– A Gallery Show of Juniper Rag Artists\n– Love Music by Mali Sastri of Boston\n– Presentations & more\n– Cash Bar \nJuniper Rag is published by Atelier ID Global\, a design and marketing agency based in Worcester and Boston. We make socially relevant connections with those who make and collect art\, value a high standard of work\, a solid curatorial review\, and thrive on the discovery of our creative world and contribute to the creative economy. \nThe Worcester PopUp at the JMAC is a creative co-working space of the Worcester Cultural Coalition and in partnership with The Barr Foundation. This event does not necessarily reflect the views of either organization. \n#makearteverywhere\, #worcesterculturalcoalition\,\n#PopUpJMAC\, #jmacworcester \n  \nDisclaimer: The Worcester PopUp at the JMAC is a creative co-working space of the Worcester Cultural Coalition and in partnership with The Barr Foundation. \nThis event does not necessarily reflect the views of either organization.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/juniper-rag-launch-party-gallery-show/
CATEGORIES:Art,BIPOC,Community,Family-friendly,Towns,Worcester
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SUMMARY:WOOlympics
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2022 Woolympics! To enjoy many different curated activities for all ages! \nThe First 100 attendees to donate a canned good or non-perishable food item for Woo Fridges will skate for free and receive a voucher for a FREE hot chocolate and chocolate chip cookie! \nWhat to expect: \n\n Free games\, an obstacle course\, and activities for everyone!\n Meet Trax the Worcester Railers Mascot and enter to win 2 tickets to a game!\n Meet Orson the Polar Bear and sample some of Polar Beverages' new flavors!\nCrafts and hands-on activities hosted by Creative Hub Worcester and Worcester Public Library.\nA warming station at the JMAC across the street from The Oval located on 20 Franklin St.\nCity of Worcester Department of Health and Human Services Vaccine Van will be on site.\n\nSkate Rentals: $5.00 per person. \nMasks are required while skating. \n\n The Snow/Rain date is February 20th\, 1:00PM-3:00PM.\n\nFeel free to share your WOOlympics experience with us and the Worcester community by using the hashtags!\n#WOOlympics\n#DowntownWorcester\n#WorcesterMA\n#itsallhere \n 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/woolympics/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Towns,Worcester
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220218T235900
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SUMMARY:Juniper Rag Launch Party & Gallery Show
DESCRIPTION:JUNIPER RAG is an independent visual art and lifestyle magazine and this is our official launch and gallery show. There will be art from over 50 artists from around the United States on view in ORIGIN. \nOur mission as a visual art magazine is to showcase significant work and exceptional creatives with unique styles and deepen their relationship with viewers. We celebrate contemporary visual arts and businesses —including LGBTQI+ and BIPOC artists. \nWe are thrilled to be collaborating with JMAC/Worcester Pop Up. \nThe party will feature:\n– A Gallery Show of Juniper Rag Artists\n– Love Music by Mali Sastri of Boston\n– Cash Bar \n– Please wear a mask and have proof of vax or negative PCR handy \nJuniper Rag is published by Atelier ID Global\, a design and marketing agency based in Worcester and Boston. We make socially relevant connections with those who make and collect art\, value a high standard of work\, a solid curatorial review\, and thrive on the discovery of our creative world and contribute to the creative economy. \nThe Worcester PopUp at the JMAC is a creative co-working space of the Worcester Cultural Coalition and in partnership with The Barr Foundation. This event does not necessarily reflect the views of either organization. \n#makearteverywhere\, #worcesterculturalcoalition\,\n#PopUpJMAC\, #jmacworcester \n  \nDisclaimer: The Worcester PopUp at the JMAC is a creative co-working space of the Worcester Cultural Coalition and in partnership with The Barr Foundation. \nThis event does not necessarily reflect the views of either organization.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/juniper-rag-launch-party-gallery-show-2/
CATEGORIES:Art,BIPOC,Community,Family-friendly,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220203T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T235900
DTSTAMP:20260601T040725
CREATED:20230518T180445Z
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UID:3374-1643846400-1653004740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Build A Shaker Style Nightstand
DESCRIPTION:Build a beautiful Shaker nightstand in 12 weeks and learn traditional joinery (mortise and tenon\, hand-cut dovetails in the process). It has been said that if you can build a proper Shaker style night stand you can build almost anything. More accurately\, the traditional joinery you will learn in Build a Nightstand (no nails\, no screws!) can be applied to thousands of other projects. Students should be familiar with procedures for milling hardwoods. Some experience with hand tools (i.e. hand planes and chisels) would be helpful\, and completion or strong familarity with machines covered in Technocopia's Wood Shop 1-3 is a prerequisite. In this course students will first cover design considerations then learn to construct the nightstand case\, i.e. legs\, aprons and top. During the second phase of the course students will learn the skills necessary to build a drawer including hand cut dovetail joints and the care and use of chisels. Out of class preparation will be required. Students will need to have out of class access to either the Technocopia woodshop or another in order to complete work preparing them for the next class session. A material fee ($100) will apply for those unable to obtain their own wood. Max class size will be 4 students and without a minimum of 2 students class will be canceled and a refund issued.  \nPrerequisites: Technocopia Woodshop 1-3 or Instructor's permission. Please reach out to jeff.voss@technocopia.org \nTuition Fee: $500 plus Material fee: $100 \nRequired hand tools (may be borrowed from Instructor for the class): \n\n¼”\, ½” and 1” socket chisels (English style steel)\nDozuki or English style pull-saw\nHigh quality combination square (12”)\nMarking gauge\nBevel gauge or dovetail template\n\nThursday nights\, 7-10pm\, March 3rd – May 19th
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/build-a-shaker-style-nightstand/
CATEGORIES:Community,Towns,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220129T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220129T235900
DTSTAMP:20260601T040725
CREATED:20230518T180445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180448Z
UID:3338-1643414400-1643500740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Program - Military Records for Genealogy
DESCRIPTION:Do you have ancestors who served in the US military? Learn how to find the records and information that is available for genealogists. \nThe link to participate in this program will be sent in the confirmation email when you register. 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-program-military-records-for-genealogy/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220127T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220206T235900
DTSTAMP:20260601T040725
CREATED:20230518T180451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180451Z
UID:3348-1643241600-1644191940@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:"If I Forget" by Steven Levenson - POSTPONED to May 11-22\, 2022
DESCRIPTION:From the author of "Dear Evan Hansen\," IF I FORGET is Steven Levenson's latest work. In the final months before 9/11\, liberal Jewish studies professor Michael Fischer has reunited with his two sisters to celebrate their father’s eighty-fifth birthday. Each deeply invested in their own version of family history\, the siblings clash over everything from Michael’s controversial scholarly work to the mounting pressures of caring for an ailing parent. As destructive secrets and long-held resentments bubble to the surface\, the three negotiate—with biting humor and razor-sharp insight—how much of the past they’re willing to sacrifice for a chance at a new beginning. IF I FORGET tells a powerful tale of a family and a culture at odds with itself. \n“ . . . passionate and provoking . . . irritable and animated\, the Fischers come vibrantly alive in [Levenson’s] funny\, bruising\, searching voice . . . IF I FORGET speaks to both the head and the heart.”           The New York TImes
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/if-i-forget-by-steven-levenson-postponed-to-may-11-22-2022/
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220127T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220206T235900
DTSTAMP:20260601T040725
CREATED:20230518T180445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180449Z
UID:3324-1643241600-1644191940@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:"If I Forget" by Steven Levenson
DESCRIPTION:From the author of "Dear Evan Hansen\," IF I FORGET is Steven Levenson's latest work. In the final months before 9/11\, liberal Jewish studies professor Michael Fischer has reunited with his two sisters to celebrate their father’s eighty-fifth birthday. Each deeply invested in their own version of family history\, the siblings clash over everything from Michael’s controversial scholarly work to the mounting pressures of caring for an ailing parent. As destructive secrets and long-held resentments bubble to the surface\, the three negotiate—with biting humor and razor-sharp insight—how much of the past they’re willing to sacrifice for a chance at a new beginning. IF I FORGET tells a powerful tale of a family and a culture at odds with itself. \n“ . . . passionate and provoking . . . irritable and animated\, the Fischers come vibrantly alive in [Levenson’s] funny\, bruising\, searching voice . . . IF I FORGET speaks to both the head and the heart.”           The New York TImes
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/if-i-forget-by-steven-levenson/
CATEGORIES:Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220125T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220125T235900
DTSTAMP:20260601T040725
CREATED:20230518T180451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180452Z
UID:3444-1643068800-1643155140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Great American Read Book Club (January)
DESCRIPTION:Attendees will receive a free copy of the upcoming month’s selection. \n12/28: Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie\n1/25: The Intuitionist by Colson Whitehead\n2/22: A Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy Toole
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-great-american-read-book-club-january/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220118T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220118T235900
DTSTAMP:20260601T040725
CREATED:20230518T180451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180452Z
UID:3447-1642464000-1642550340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Science Fiction Book Club (January)
DESCRIPTION:Do you like reading about spaceships\, parallel worlds\, aliens\, telepathy\, time travel or droids? Join us to discuss great SF & Fantasy fiction. Ages 16 and up are welcome. \n12/21: Rollback by Robert J. Sawyer\n1/18: The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula Le Guin\n2/15: A Civil Campaign by Lois McMaster Bujold
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-science-fiction-book-club-january/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220115T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220115T235900
DTSTAMP:20260601T040725
CREATED:20230518T180451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180452Z
UID:3320-1642204800-1642291140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Low-Fat Salad Dressings with Colin McCullough
DESCRIPTION:If you made a resolution to eat healthier in 2022 but don’t know where to begin\, an easy place to start is more salads! But aren’t salads boring? In this class\, we will learn 4 new salad dressings that take your garden salad from boring to brilliant\, with lots of flavor but leaving out all the fat and calories that you’ll find in typical dressings! \n  \n(Please note: This program was previously Intro to Meat Substitutes with Colin McCullough at the Main Library. The location has been moved to a virtual platform.) \n 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/low-fat-salad-dressings-with-colin-mccullough/
CATEGORIES:Community,Food + Drink,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220115T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220115T235900
DTSTAMP:20260601T040725
CREATED:20230518T180451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180453Z
UID:3339-1642204800-1642291140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Program - Ordinary People: Tracking One Family Through the US Census
DESCRIPTION:Learn to extract all of the riches hidden in US census records as we follow a single American family as they move through time\, and place. \nThe link to participate in this virtual event will be provided when you register.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-program-ordinary-people-tracking-one-family-through-the-us-census/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220108T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220108T235900
DTSTAMP:20260601T040725
CREATED:20230518T180451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180453Z
UID:3330-1641600000-1641686340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Nutrition Class with Judy Palken\, Registered Dietitian: Tea for Health
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the benefits of drinking tea\, and some of the many varieties that are available. Even if you are not a big tea-drinker\, come and find out how you can incorporate more of this versatile\, healthful beverage into your life. \nPresented by Judy Palken\, a registered dietitian\, who provides information and guidance to help you make effective and healthful dietary changes. \nThis program is now being held virtually via Zoom.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/nutrition-class-with-judy-palken-registered-dietitian-tea-for-health/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220104T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220104T235900
DTSTAMP:20260601T040725
CREATED:20230518T180451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180453Z
UID:3317-1641254400-1641340740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Worcester Children's Chorus Mid-Season Auditions
DESCRIPTION:Audition to have your child aged 8 – 18 join our program in January. Named "Best of Central Mass 2021" musical group\, the WCC offers professional level instruction in singing. \nAudition appointments may be made by visiting our website: https://worcesterchildrenschorus.org/
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/worcester-childrens-chorus-mid-season-auditions/
CATEGORIES:Music,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211228T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211228T235900
DTSTAMP:20260601T040725
CREATED:20230518T180451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180454Z
UID:3445-1640649600-1640735940@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Great American Read Book Club (December)
DESCRIPTION:Attendees will receive a free copy of the upcoming month’s selection. \n12/28: Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie\n1/25: The Intuitionist by Colson Whitehead\n2/22: A Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy Toole
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-great-american-read-book-club-december/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211221T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211221T235900
DTSTAMP:20260601T040725
CREATED:20230518T180451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180454Z
UID:3333-1640044800-1640131140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Science Fiction Book Club (December)
DESCRIPTION:Do you like reading about spaceships\, parallel worlds\, aliens\, telepathy\, time travel or droids? Join us to discuss great SF & Fantasy fiction. Ages 16 and up are welcome. \n12/21: Rollback by Robert J. Sawyer\n1/18: The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula Le Guin\n2/15: A Civil Campaign by Lois McMaster Bujold
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-science-fiction-book-club-december/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester
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